Amen Thompson Leads Rockets to Fourth Straight Win Over Mavericks
Amen Thompson scored a season-high 27 points, spearheading the Houston Rockets' 110-102 victory against the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night. This win marked Houston's fourth consecutive triumph after a slow start to the season, losing their first two games.
Key Performances
- Amen Thompson’s 27 points were crucial, particularly in the closing moments of the game.
- Alperen Sengun added 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, energizing the team’s offensive effort.
- For Dallas, P.J. Washington delivered a season-best 29 points and 12 rebounds despite the loss.
Critical Moments in the Final Minutes
With just 90 seconds remaining, Alperen Sengun made a decisive basket by driving into the lane and spinning past a defender, putting Houston ahead 105-102.
FIRED up after 4 straight 🔥#AllFire pic.twitter.com/ydUy8XO8dh — Houston Rockets (@HoustonRockets) November 4, 2025
In the closing minute, P.J. Washington missed a three-point shot, allowing Josh Okogie to extend Houston’s lead to 107-102 through two free throws. Following D’Angelo Russell’s missed three-pointer, Thompson converted one free throw, sealing the Rockets’ lead at 108-102 with 27 seconds left.
Team Momentum
This victory underscores the Rockets' resilience, as they reversed their earlier setbacks to build a strong winning streak.
Summary: Amen Thompson’s standout offensive display propelled the Houston Rockets to a fourth straight win, overcoming early season struggles and edging past the Mavericks 110-102.
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